Between Lines and Mirrors

Writing as a Philosophical Tool in Self-Counseling

Abstract

This article explores writing as a philosophical practice that enhances philosophical self-counseling, distinguishing it from conventional therapeutic approaches. Through a theoretical review that integrates the ideas of authors like Mónica Cavallé and Ran Lahav, along with the systematization of lived experiences, the text analyzes how writing facilitates the clarification of thought, structured internal dialogue, and the cultivation of self-awareness. It is argued that, by writing, the subject positions themselves as the author and editor of their own existence, transforming experience into an object of reflection. The study concludes that writing is not a mere record, but a praxis that activates the critical and creative dimensions of thought, returning to the individual the power to think ethically and construct meaning for their life.